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Jamie & Craig’s Pre Wedding Shoot at the Hallmark Hotel

I am pleased to share with you our first pre wedding photography shoot of the 2017 season. Jamie and Craig are getting married at the Hallmark Hotel, North Ferriby in March and we met up with them yesterday for a chat about their arrangements and for a quick photo shoot. It was a cold, damp day with very little light and a little soggy under foot but undeterred, we all braved the winter weather to do our shoot. Jamie and Craig were lovely to work with and we are very much looking forward to doing their wedding photographs.

Wedding Photography at Rise Hall with Rachel & David

I am pleased to share with your the preview wedding photography for Rachel and David who were married on Saturday at Rise Hall.

We arrived bright and early with preparations for the big event well underway. It is always nice when the couple are getting ready in the same location as it affords us a little of flexibility if things don’t go according to plan. The bridal preparations were running a little late, so we switched the schedule and completed the groomsmen portraits first. David, Phil and Ed looked really smart in their suits from Slaters and their buttonholes were provided by Floral Lounge. Soon after we went to see Rachel who was getting was getting ready with bridesmaids Wahyan, Wahmen, Saba and Sarah. The girls all looked beautiful  in their gold dresses, with Sarah the matron on honour in pastel grey.  Rachel looked totally stunning in her dress from Epenay Bridal Newcastle. We completed the bridal portraits in short sessions, so that Rachel was able to get the rest that she needed. This was lovely and offered us another photo opportunity, when the bridemaids joined her on the bed for a brief lay down before the big event. As always, the time just disappeared and dad John soon came to collect his daughter.

The bridesmaids were the height of elegance and sophistication as they completed their profession down the aisle ahead of the bride, whilst the string trio played. Rachel and her dad followed, and there were a few teary eyes as the bride met her groom.  Guests Tare and Marie delivered lovely readings before the happy couple exchanged their rings. Following the ceremony guests enjoyed a celebratory drink and canapés, and were entertained by a magician, whilst we headed outside with Rachel and David to complete the formal group photographs.

We had to work rather quickly as the light was fading fast, but managed to get everything done just in time. Guests did an amazing job of showering the happy couple with confetti, and were so enthusiastic with their celebratory cheer that we almost lost sight of the couple!

The reception room looked beautiful and was designed by Cherry Williams with the cake made by Popping Pickering completing the picture. The celebrations continued in the traditional manner with speeches, the cake cut and first dance.

We had an amazing day with Rachel, David and their guests. Our special thanks go to Rachel’s parents, Sharon and John, who were incredibly helpful and made us feel so welcome throughout the day. Rachel and David are a lovely couple and have had to face some major challenges in the last couple of years, and their commitment and love for each other has sustained them along the way. We wish them every happiness in their future life together and look forward to sharing the rest of their wedding photography  with them.

Pre Wedding Photography at Rise Hall with Rachel and David

I am pleased to share with you the pre wedding photography for Rachel and David who are getting married in December. We met up with them late afternoon on Friday and just managed to capture some images in the last few rays of sunshine, before heading inside to chat through their wedding arrangements. It was delightful in the library and we were made very welcome by Helen. Winter weddings are always a bit of a challenge for photography as the days are short, but Rise Hall offers some fantastic inside spaces which makes it a little easier to get all of the photographs done, even once it is dark. We really enjoyed our chat with Rachel and David and look forward to photographing their wedding.

Wedding Photography at Cave Castle with Adam & Wade

It is difficult to know where to begin with this wedding photography blog as we had such a wonderful day with Adam and Wade. I suppose I must start by saying that they have stolen a little piece of our hearts, and judging by the atmosphere at the wedding, we are not the only ones. We started the day bright and early, and the scene was set for the day, as little William passed us on the stairs having his own little wedding strop, complaining to his dad Scott, that ‘everyone loves uncle Wade more than me!’. Scott and Wade’s room was crammed full of all things wedding when we arrived, and thanks to Wade’s mum Lyn for allowing us to use her room to capture a few detail shots, whilst the bridesmaids finished getting ready.

Adam and Wade had decided that as their wedding was not traditional, they wanted to get most of the photographs done before the ceremony. This was just as well, as the weather led us a right dance, with us running in and out, to avoid the rain showers more times than I care to mention!  At one point I was convinced I was doing the hokey cokey! We had such fun and everyone was in very good spirits and before we knew it, it was time for the all important ceremony.

The flower girls Katie and Amy led the procession, following by the ring bearers William and Jack, bridesmaids Becky (Adams sister), Zoe (Wades sister) and friends Holly and Zoe. Adam and Wade came down the aisle hand in hand and there were a few lips quivering and eyes watering, including mine!

There were no shy retiring wallflowers, as is normally the case, when guests were invited to take their photographs of the signing of the register, with family and friends crowding round to capture this very special moment. As the boys came back down the aisle the little flower girls could contain themselves no longer and rushed forward cheering to hug the happy couple!

The boys were piped outside by the sound of the bagpipes, and despite the autumnal chill, guests surged outside with celebratory drinks and hugs and kisses all round. We only had the big groups to capture, and my request for ‘all Adams family’ was met with laughter and a few renditions of the theme tune! Confetti, more drinks, silly faces and laughter followed and we had a brief few minutes to take some photos of Adam and Wade before they headed inside for their reception, just in time to avoid another downpour!

The room looked absolutely stunning with its autumnal theme. Leaves had been collected, and graded according to colour and hew, in the week before the wedding, by Adam and Wade, but the whole thing had been put together by the very talented Jill Fisher, who was also responsible for the amazing cake.

Adam’s best friend Holly said a few emotional words and Scott, Wades identical twin, almost brought the house down with his cheeky but heartfelt speech before the party got into full swing. First dance, cake cutting and Photo Booth madness  all added to the sense of celebration and afterwards, it being November the fifth, everyone grabbed coats and scarves, to head outside for the firework display. There was another wedding in the other room at Cave Castle, but as the couples photographer had gone home, Adam and Wade, were happy to pose alongside the couple for their firework photos.

Once back inside the Adam and Wade were treated to a surprise ‘modern ballet’ delivered by some rather large puppies, to the strains of ‘Who let the dogs out’ (you had to be there!). The party continued and the room was bursting with people and laughter – it was utter joy and we really didn’t want to leave!

A big thank you to Adam and Wade who trusted us to photograph our first gay wedding and for being such wonderful hosts. We had a totally wonderful day with you. It was an honour and a privilege to be part of your very special day. May happiness and joy follow you for the rest of your lives together! With all of our love…..  J & D xxx

Pre wedding photography with Adam and Wade at Cave Castle

What a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning! Yesterday we did the pre wedding photography for Adam and Wade who are getting married in November at Cave Castle Hotel. I have been looking forward to working with this lovely couple since last September when they booked, and I wasn’t disappointed! We had a chat over a coffee in the bar at Cave Castle and had such a laugh with them both, it was hard to drag ourselves outside to do the photographs. The weather was a little changeable and a bit chilly but the laughs continued and we had a really great time. Adam and Wade are a gorgeous couple and we are very much looking forward to photographing their special day!

JoanneGower
Wedding Photography